Senior Specialist – Internal Audit

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist – Internal Audit to join our Head Office in Dubai.

The role will support the organization in strengthening internal controls, governance, compliance, financial oversight, and risk management across our regional operations. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, business functions, external auditors, and key stakeholders to assess risks, evaluate control effectiveness, and support continuous improvement across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing financial and internal audits across the organization.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk exposure.
• Review financial statements, budgets, operational processes, and supporting documentation.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports, including findings, risk assessments, and recommendations.
• Support management in implementing corrective actions and strengthening control frameworks.
• Participate in risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and internal governance initiatives.
• Liaise with senior management, external auditors, and relevant stakeholders on audit-related matters.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on agreed action plans.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies, processes, and reporting standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, including at least 5 years of core GCC experience.
• Strong experience in financial audits, internal controls, governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience working within a multinational or regionally diversified organization will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, governance, and audit methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to identify control weaknesses and recommend practical, business-focused improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• High level of attention to detail, integrity, and professional judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional and regional teams.

Join Us

If you are an experienced internal audit professional with strong expertise in financial controls, risk management, governance, and compliance, and are looking to contribute across diverse regional operations, we invite you to apply and become part of our team at our Head Office in Dubai